Process and Controls Specialist - Risk

About the Role

At Genesis, we constantly envision a better future for New Zealand's energy landscape by embracing innovative technology, forward-thinking ideas, and high performance in daily operations. Every team member plays an integral role in shaping tomorrow through purposeful work.

As a Process and Controls Specialist, you will contribute significantly to reinforcing Genesis' risk management systems and enhancing process efficiency. This enterprise-level position involves collaborating with business leaders to comprehend operational workflows, detect key risks, map critical processes, and develop effective, sustainable controls.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with various business units to build expertise in mapping essential business processes, identifying risks, and determining critical controls.
• Lead and facilitate workshops focused on process and control evaluation, guiding teams through control self-assessments.
• Act as the authority on process documentation and control design standards across the organization.
• Examine and critically assess process and control documentation to pinpoint improvement opportunities that strengthen the overall control environment.
• Analyze data trends, generate actionable insights, and assist in reporting to enable leadership in making informed risk-related decisions.
• Forge strong partnerships throughout the business, providing coaching and support to increase stakeholders' capabilities in risk and control management.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Professional background in external or internal audit, risk advisory, assurance, controls, or closely related domains.
• Experience operating within complex, large organizations or professional services settings.
• Proficient understanding of process mapping, risk assessments, and control frameworks, with an ability to convert intricate ideas into feasible practical solutions.
• Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement and facilitation, with the confidence to influence decision-makers at multiple levels.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to communicate effectively in writing.
• A proactive mindset geared toward continuous improvement and the capability to independently handle various priorities.

Benefits and Work Culture

• Coverage through Southern Cross medical insurance plus life, trauma, and income protection plans.
• Discounts on electricity and gas bills, alongside an annual allocation of 20 Power Shout hours.
• KiwiSaver contributions matched up to 4%, or 3% with an alternative allowance.
• Options for flexible work arrangements and leave that help balance personal and work commitments.
• Annual wellness stipend, access to Best Doctors online service for employees and family members, along with other health and wellbeing resources.
• Supportive learning culture with abundant career development opportunities.

Genesis prides itself on fostering a strong company culture that prioritizes workplace safety, employee wellbeing, and inclusivity. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are deeply embedded values that drive innovation and collaborative success here.

Additional Information

If you need accommodations to fully engage in the recruitment process, Genesis is committed to providing support to ensure fairness and accessibility for all applicants.

If you are motivated by enabling smarter organizational operations and risk management and seek a role where your work has meaningful impact, this position offers a compelling opportunity for your growth and contribution to New Zealand's energy future.